A federal appeals court upheld final approval of the 2024 Sitzer-Burnett settlement, rejecting objections over legal standing, payouts and the inclusion of home buyers.

Several awards recognizing Realtor excellence were presented Thursday at the annual convention: Tim Weisheyer, president in 2025, was named Realtor of the Year.

Florida’s housing market is showing strength in different ways across price points, property types and regions, while gradual income growth could help improve affordability over time, Florida Realtors Chief Economist Dr. Brad O’Connor said Thursday.

Florida Realtors legal experts urged Realtors to address issues early, document agreements, ask the right questions and use trusted sources to help prevent transaction problems.

Several awards recognizing Realtor excellence were presented Thursday at the annual convention: Tim Weisheyer, president in 2025, was named Realtor of the Year.

Mortgage rates eased for the second straight week, with the average 30-year fixed rate slipping to 6.65%, though borrowing costs remain above year-ago levels.